I just started taking prozac about two weeks ago. I started out at 5 mg, am currently taking 16 mg and will be working up to 20mg within the next couple of days. I've started having some pretty bad chest pain. I know that it is not acid reflux because antacids have no effect. I've looked online and some websites say that this is a side effect that does occur. I've been taking a natural anti-inflammatory, which helps a little. Has anyone else had this side effect and does it typically subside?
The side effect is obviously undesirable but it should fade as your body adjusts to the medicine. Of course, it's also possible that you won't adjust to it and you will continue to experience the pain so it might be a good idea to talk to your doctor about it to see if there isn't another antidepressant for you to start taking that has fewer side effects. I know that there are dozens out there and most don't have symptoms like that. Keep us posted!